Quote Originally Posted by Jock Scot View Post
I am now entering a place that I really struggle with and I don't believe I am alone up here in the Highlands.

I am being really honest here. I don't like people with no connection to a clan wearing clan tartans, I don't like people wearing several different tartans of several different clans, I don't like people wearing clan tartans whilst not giving a damn about them and I don't like people from outwith Scotland who care little about our culture and just regard the tartan kilt as a way to show off for personal satisfaction.

Now I realise full well that I can do little about it and when all said and done we are not going to war over it! Could I change the situation? No I can't. Would I want to? Yes I would, if it were possible and it isn't!

What I do respect highly, are those that are sympathetic to my Country's culture and take the trouble to find out at least a little bit about it. I do respect those that try to fit in with our traditions in spite of having little or no connection to Scotland. I do respect those with Scots roots that want to maintain a connection. And last and most certainly not least, I have huge regard for those outwith Scotland that wear their National, State, University, Service etc. tartans as kilts, instead of Scots Clan tartans.

I don't think that many of you will be too surprised by my comments, but I hope beyond hope that you will forgive this Highland Scot for his honesty.
I respect your opinion, and appreciate you honestly, this happens to be the only kilt that I own in a clan tartan. As to this comment:

I don't like people wearing clan tartans whilst not giving a damn about them and I don't like people from outwith Scotland who care little about our culture and just regard the tartan kilt as a way to show off for personal satisfaction.

I will just say I did read as much as I can on the history, I did make a request from the clan to wear it and I have always tried to wear it appropriately and never misrepresent myself whilst wearing it and to share what limited knowledge I have. So while we can share an honest difference of opinion I just want to be sure to say I have never tried to disrespect your culture or wear the kilt as a way to show off.

Thanks for your willingness to share your thoughts and perspective. It is very helpful in learning and understanding.